John sits down with author LEE GAMBIN to discuss his upcoming book NOPE, NOTHING WRONG HERE: THE MAKING OF "CUJO".Based on the bestselling novel by prolific author Stephen King, Lewis Teague’s masterfully conceived, created and performed film adaptation of Cujo hit theatres in 1983 – a year that became a benchmark for King adaptations with both The Dead Zone and Christine also terrifying audiences around the same time.

Cujo would impress critics and fans alike, and would be regarded as one of the most successful of King’s stories brought to the screen during the eighties. The film would also showcase a phenomenal performance from star Dee Wallace, who throws herself into the rich and complicated part of alienated adulteress Donna Trenton, making it a true tour de force role for a woman. Along with Wallace’s poignant and dedicated control of the protagonist, this horror classic would feature some of the most thrilling and exhilarating animal action ever put to screen. Lead by dog trainer Karl Lewis Miller, the multiple St. Bernards used to portray the titular rabid canine would terrify hardened horror devotees with brilliantly orchestrated attack sequences during the film’s climactic siege sequence that would see Dee Wallace trapped inside a dead Ford Pinto with child actor Danny Pintauro along for the harrowing ride.

With it’s sophistication and deep subversive intelligence, Cujo is a biting critique on the breakdown of the American family, an electric take on the “woman in the storm” story trope, a personal and introspective ecologically themed horror film (a subgenre usually socially and politically motivated) and a perfectly realised example of the power of circumstance. It also thoroughly scrutinizes fear – both real and imagined – in a sharp and magnetic manner.

Lee Gambin’s book analyses the entire film scene by scene - and along with the academic input there is exhaustive coverage of the production. This is the ultimate in “making of” books, where no stone has been left unturned. From the film’s problematic early days with originally assigned director Peter Medak being fired, to detailed insight into screenwriter Barbara Turner’s take on the source material, to Lewis Teague being brought in to take over as director along with cinematographer Jan de Bont and beyond, this definitive tome features over thirty candid interviews with cast and crew such as stars Dee Wallace, Daniel Hugh Kelly and Danny Pintauro, director Lewis Teague, composer Charles Bernstein, as well as stunt man Gary Morgan who played Cujo in many scenes (care of a St Bernard costume). There are many more additional voices who were on set represented in the book such as Danny Pintauro’s parents as well as some highly deserving and loving insight about the late great animal trainer Karl Lewis Miller, from his daughter Teresa Ann Miller.

With over 200 pictures (most of which have never been seen), this is the perfect tribute to a modern classic – a pure celebration of eighties horror, Stephen King, dogs in film, powerhouse performances from women and much more.

The bottom line here is this…everything you have ever wanted to know about Cujo is in this book!

John sits down with actor Nick Damici and director Adrián García Bogliano to talk all things werewolf in the new film, Late Phases. Now on blu-ray and Dvd from Accent Film Entertainment.

Don’t go quietly into that good night. That’s the adage for Ambrose (Nick Damici), a recent widower and blind Vietnam veteran who has been shuffled off by his contemptuous son into the tranquil retirement community of Crescent Bay. With only his seeing eye dog, Shadow, for company, he enters a society of alienated old folk and unfulfilled dreams in an aged care facility so bland the residents might as well be walking dead. But it’s not zombies that terrorize this community. A spate of monthly deaths has been blamed, according to the indifferent police department, on animal attacks. Forgetful elderly citizens have been too absent minded to lock their doors is the official word. But when a neighbour is slaughtered and his dog is attacked Ambrose soon realises that with each full moon a werewolf preys on the village and it’s now up to him to stop it. From a master of the spooky quest Adrian Garcia Bogliano, Late Phases is by turns a moody, amusing and an exhilarating account of maintaining one’s dignity in the twilight - in spite of everything.

This week editor John was fortunate enough to catch up with the new up and coming horror director Nicholas McCarthy. He has directed the 2012 film 'The Pact' and now the new horror sensation 'At The Devils Door' (2014).

We ask him his influences in the genre, working with the actors, history of production and the future. He is very enthusiastic about the genre and how he directed the film.

His film gets a Blu-ray and DVD release from Sandman films here in Australia. A highly recommend horror gem, pick it up if you get the chance.

This week, lead editor John Mathews was fortunate enough to catch up and interview Leo Fafard, the star of the new 2014 Canadian film Wolfcop. They discuss all things Wolfcop, from the makeup to his acting style.

Wolfcop gets it Australian DVD and Blu-Ray debut on November 19 from Accent Film.

Wolfcop is a film not to be missed, its highly entertaining and destined to become a future classic.Download on Stitcher or iTunes.

This week editor Michael got the chance to catch up with Alan Ritchson. He is is an American actor known for his portrayals of the superhero Aquaman on The CW's Smallville and Thad Castle on Spike TV's Blue Mountain State.

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Glenn talks to Ben Browder who played Astronaut John Crichton on the Sci-Fi show Farscape about acting, puppets and Australia. Farscape is out on Blu-Ray in Australia on September 10. Download oniTunes or Stitcher:Follow us on FacebookOr Stream Below: